Untitled 1948

kukryniksy

portrait

quirky illustration

childish illustration

cartoon like

cartoon based

cartoon sketch

male-portraits

ink drawing experimentation

limited contrast and shading

sketchbook drawing

a lot negative space

remaining negative space

"Untitled" is a 1948 political cartoon by the Soviet artistic collective Kukryniksy, known for their satirical works. The caricature depicts a figure with exaggerated features, possibly a political figure, holding a shield that reads "I am sick". The figure is overshadowed by a dark silhouette, dripping with what appears to be blood, suggesting a sinister undercurrent. This work reflects the sharp social commentary and propaganda prevalent in Soviet art of the period.